Mostly Synonyms
The witness began to prevaricate when questioned under oath. He hesitated instead of answering right away. Using the synonym clue, the word prevaricate in this sentence means
hesitate
For the project, the teacher said the design was inalterable, but the color could be changed. Using the antonym clue, the word inalterable in this sentence means
changeable
What date is the FSA essay writing test?
April 2
True or False?
According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, a hot dog is not a sandwich.
True
Use context clues to determine correct meaning for capitalized word.
With over $10,000 in scholarship money awarded, Christopher deserved all the ADULATION he received.
A. recognition B. friendliness C. high praise
D. trophies
C. high praise
Hurricane Katrina caused a great cataclysm - New Orleans was a disaster. Using the synonym clue, the word cataclysm in this sentence means
disaster
The lead dog was so inept that he had to be replaced by one that was more useful to the pack. Using the antonym clue, the word incompetent in this sentence means
useless; incompetent
Where will you be testing?
In assigned rooms
What is the Guinness Book of World Records for the number of hot dogs eaten in ten minutes?
A. 24 B. 44 C. 74 D. 84
74
Use context clues to determine correct meaning for capitalized word.
When the wolf howls, the shy girl QUAILS in the corner.
A. birds B. wails C. cooks D. shrinks
D. shrinks
Ashley stared at the newest style of jeans in the catalog. She just had to have them. Her birthday money was not quite enough to cover the expense. Although she didn't want to grovel, she decided to plead with her parents for the money to buy them. Using the synonym clue, the word grovel in this sentence means
plead; beg
Although she thought our plan sounded incredulous, at first, she finally believed that it would be a good idea. Using the antonym clue, the word incredulous, in this sentence means
doubtful; unbelievable
What supplies will you be needing?
A fully charged chromebook.
In 1895, in her 60's, this ex-slave became the first African-American women to become a U.S. postal route mail carrier. She was known for her avenging shotgun, drinking whiskey and smoking cigars.
A. Dolly Parton B. Mary Fields C. Belle Star
D. Eleanor Roosevelt
Mary Fields, also known as Stagecoach Mary and Black Mary
Use context clues to determine correct meaning for capitalized word.
"Native American's rights to sacred land can not be ABROGRATED by the U.S. Government."
A. to abolish B. to expand C. to have a harmful effect D. to fight or argue
A. to abolish
Ms. Gloppen chided a student in the hallway because she was very disappointed to see him with his paints below his waist, a bad word on his shirt, and a hat on his head. Using context clues, what does chided mean?
expressed her disapproval
The sight of the ominous clouds told us that clear weather was far from our area. Using the antonym clue, the word ominous in this sentence means
stormy or dark
How long is the exam?
2 hours (120 minutes)
She was the last Western bandit to rob a stagecoach and the only woman ever recorded as having committed that crime. After being caught and convicted, her prison warden allowed her to entertain reporters and other visitors in a special cell built just for her to separate her from all the male prisoners.
A. Pearl Bailey B. Pearl Harbor C. Pearl Hart
D. Pearly May
Pearl Hart
Although not yet fully ordained, being only a deacon, he began his duties with a burial.
Based upon the above sentence, what position is this person most likely trying to attain?
A. Mortician B. Pope C. Minister D. Rabbi
C. Minister
The young man had a robust appearance; very vigorous. Using the synonym clue, the word robust in this sentence means
strong; healthy
Some people are reticent, while others talk about their feelings freely. Using the antonym clue, the word reticent in this sentence means
secretive
What do you do when you finish the test?
It was his idea to build the Trojan Horse to end the Trojan War, but it then took him ten years to sail back home to Greece.
A. Samsom B. Agamemnon C. Achilles D. Odysseus
Odysseus
Use context clues to determine correct meaning for capitalized word.
He worked with the audience until they were AGOG, and then introduced the main act.
The children were AGOG in anticipation of Christmas.
A. Out of Control B. Receptive C. Very excited
D. Restless
C. very excited